President Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One that Hamas might release the 20 remaining hostages a bit sooner than scheduled as part of the cease‑fire deal ending the Israel‑Hamas war.
Trump said, “We may get them out a little bit early,” adding that the operation was complicated because some hostages were held “in places you don’t want to know about.”
Under the agreement, Hamas is expected to deliver all 20 living hostages as part of the first phase of the deal. Israeli and U.S. officials are preparing for the handover and have already begun coordinating logistics.
A successful, early release would underscore the advantages of hard‑line negotiation. But skepticism remains. Observers will watch closely to ensure the exchange occurs as promised and without political manipulation.
